Kalispell

Kalispell, Montana, is Northwest Montana’s largest city and commercial center, with close proximity to Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake and Whitefish Mountain Resort, plus access to nearby federal and state public lands.

Old West charm meets small-town welcomes in Kalispell’s historic downtown district, featuring period architecture, local eateries, watering holes like Norm’s Soda Fountain and Moose’s Saloon, art galleries, museums and local shops.

Iconic spots include the Conrad Mansion as well as Bibler Home and Gardens, as well as the historic Flathead County Courthouse at the end of Main Street. Kalispell is also home to the Hockaday Museum of Art, housed in a turn-of-the-century Carnegie Library, and the Northwest Montana History Museum, located in the 1894 Central School building.

Nearby, Lone Pine State Park offers breathtaking views of the Flathead Valley. Adding to its vibrant cultural scene is a new concert facility, making Kalispell a hub for events and entertainment.

Home to Flathead Valley Community College, this dynamic city also offers a wide range of services and amenities—including the newly renovated and expanded Glacier Park International Airport—that make it appealing to production companies and visitors alike.

Visitor + Business Information

Government

Fire + Safety

Hospitals

Logan Health (Kalispell Regional Healthcare)

Transportation

Glacier Park International Airport – offering nonstop flights to major U.S. cities, including Los
Kalispell City Airport
Amtrak – 16 miles to the Whitefish train station

Population

28,450 (2022)

Elevation

2,956’

Climate

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High	29	38	46	57	67	75	82	82	70	56	41	32
Average Low	14	23	26	33	40	47	51	50	41	32	26	19

Public Lands

Accommodations

Kalispell offers a large number and wide array of accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels, vacation homes and RV parks. Click here for options.